The Mabinogi by Matthew Francis 9780571333776

The Mabinogi

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Nominated for the esteemed Ted Hughes Award for New Work in Poetry, Matthew...
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Nominated for the esteemed Ted Hughes Award for New Work in Poetry, Matthew Francis's 'The Mabinogi' breathes new life into the Welsh national epic. This remarkable collection of prose tales, steeped in war, enchantment, adventure, and romance, has captivated readers worldwide for generations.

Francis's innovative approach marks the first poetic retelling of the initial four narratives, known as the Four Branches of the Mabinogi. His verses masterfully capture the otherworldly essence and peculiarity of this medieval Celtic realm. Readers will encounter a realm where infants are snatched by monstrous claws, colossal beings traverse the Irish Sea for combat, and sorcerers conjure women from flowers, only to discover their creations possess unexpected willpower.

Throughout this literary odyssey, one cannot help but marvel at the transformative power of imagination, as it moulds human experiences into a tapestry of tragedy, comedy, and wonder. 'The Mabinogi' stands as a significant contribution to the rich storytelling tradition of the British Isles.

As the celebrated poet Gillian Clarke eloquently states, "I have awaited this tome for a lifetime: our ancient British tales reborn in English verse, as they once were in their original Welsh. This transcends mere translation. It grasps the harp and sings anew."

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9780571333776
Book Author: Matthew Francis
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Faber & Faber
Book Publisher: Faber & Faber
Book Dimensions: 158 x 204 x 13 cm
Book Publication Date: 2018-05-31
Book Pagination: 104 pages
Book Weight: 162g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

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